Origin
New York, MO
Evening in New York on Thursday
Local time
8:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New York, MO to Kansas City, MO
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
70.8 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New York, MO
Ian Ramírez
Kansas City, MO
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 70.8-mile drive from New York, MO to Kansas City, MO is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. Given its short duration and highway-focused profile, it's an ideal one-day trip, so no overnight stops are necessary. The estimated fuel cost is a reasonable $11, making it an economical choice for a quick journey. This route stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent feel from start to finish. It's a practical option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 70.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 94% of the drive taking place on major roads like MO 110 and the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 50.5 miles on MO 110, so you can settle in for a solid period of consistent travel. This route offers a high-speed journey, minimizing time spent on slower, local roads. The character of the drive is largely about efficient progress, with the transition to MO B marking the final approach to your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
MO 110 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MO 110 and Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 19.5 miles in near MO 110.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from New York, MO to Kansas City, MO is easy. At 1h 26m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 19.5 miles (MO 110): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
19.5 mi into trip
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~27m in
|
MO 110
Turn left onto MO 110 toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
7
70 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
|
US 71
Keep slight left at fork onto US 71 toward I 70 East, US 40 East, US 71 South: Saint Louis, Joplin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 3
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East, US 71 South: Sain...
7
70.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2J
Toward Downtown
5
70.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
Oak Street
Turn left onto Oak Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MO 110 | 50.5 mi | 56m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 16 mi | 19m |
| MO B | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| US 71 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 11th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oak Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
MO 110
— 50.5 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New York, MO and Kansas City, MO.
1
Start on MO B
3.5 mi
·
8 min
·
MO B
2
Turn left onto US 36; MO 110
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
3
Turn left onto MO 110
51 mi
·
56 min
·
MO 110
Toward I 35 South, MO 110 West: Kansas City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto US 71
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US 71
Exit 3
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East, US 71 South: Saint Louis, Joplin
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 2J
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right onto East 11th Street
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
East 11th Street
7
Turn left onto Oak Street
461 ft
·
15 sec
·
Oak Street
8
Arrive at destination
Oak Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.4 mi from New York, MO · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from New York, MO, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kansas City, MO
The final approach into Kansas City, MO usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.07 one way
$22.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.15 | $24.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Kansas City, MO
Evening in Kansas City on Thursday
Local time
8:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
28 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from New York, MO to Kansas City, MO covers 70.8 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are MO 110, Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, MO B. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.4 miles from New York, MO. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from New York, MO to Kansas City, MO is easy. At 1h 26m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.5 miles (MO 110): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70 miles (US 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from New York, MO to Kansas City, MO does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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